Fantasy and Science Fiction Digital Illustration
A course by Nimrod VillarDigital Illustrator and Concept Artist
A course by Nimrod Villar, Digital Illustrator and Concept Artist
Learn to tell stories through an image and create incredible scenes with Clip Studio Paint
Illustration is an art that can tell all kinds of stories, whether that be based on real life or pure fantasy. Heber Villar, better known as Nimrod, is a digital illustrator and concept artist who is passionate about this form of storytelling. He specializes in creating illustrations that tell incredible stories for editorial pieces, advertising, video games, comics, and the 3D animated movie "Ainbo."
In this online course, learn how Heber constructs a story from scratch and translates it into an illustration with Clip Studio Paint, combining the genres of science fiction and fantasy.
What will you learn in this online course?
24 lessons & 8 downloads
Search for references and inspiration
4 minutes, 10 seconds
The first sketch
13 minutes, 32 seconds
More detailed sketch
13 minutes, 36 seconds
Outlined or inked
8 minutes, 55 seconds
Outlining and Inking - Appendix 1
16 minutes, 5 seconds
Exploring the color
11 minutes, 47 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start by getting to know Heber Villar as he tells you about his creative journey to becoming a professional illustrator. He also shares what inspires him both in his life and in his way of working.
Next, explore Clip Studio Paint's interface and its main tools for creating effortless illustrations. Delve into the genres of science fiction and fantasy and carve out a way of merging the two.
Continue by looking for references and inspiration to define possible characters and narrative threads. Once you've decided what you want to convey, it's time to set your creativity free by playing around with your characters and the story.
Heber teaches you about the importance of good composition for placing the characters among other elements in the illustration.
Define the postures and attitudes of your characters based on your story and the context in which they find themselves. Move on to adding detail and improving the perspective and depth of the scene.
Learn how to use a harmonious color palette across your illustration so it conveys a mood on its own.
Now that your illustration is almost finished, establish the light and shadow areas of the illustration and paint in the elements that have not been outlined, such as the background, clouds and smoke, etc. To wrap up, export your fantasy and science-fiction illustration with Clip Studio Paint.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create a fantasy and science fiction illustration. Heber has chosen a combat scene, but you can work on whatever you choose.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Amateur and professional illustrators, graphic designers, and artists who want to create stories through fantasy and sci-fi illustrations with Clip Studio Paint.
Requirements and materials
You need basic drawing knowledge, especially in anatomy and perspective, and bucketloads of imagination. In terms of materials, you need a computer with Clip Studio Paint installed and a graphics tablet.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
muy buen profe, mucha calidad de dibujo
- 8 months ago
muy bueno
- 9 months ago
Muy bueno!
- 10 months ago
Hubiera querido explicaciones más amplias sobre todas las funciones de Clio studio paint. Gracias.
- 10 months ago
J'avais besoin d'apprendre à utiliser clip studio. Ce cours explique très bien les bases du logiciel tout en apprenant la base de l'illustration. Je recommande ce cours !
He currently works as an illustrator and concept artist for publishing and film projects.
Content
- U1
Presentation
- Hello
- Influences
- What will we do during the course?
- U2
Exploration
- Knowing the Clip Studio Paint interface
- Establishing the theme of the work
- Search for references and inspiration
- Now we are going to explore
- U3
Production and Design
- Study of the composition
- The first sketch
- More detailed sketch - Annex 1
- More detailed sketch
- The First Sketch - Appendix 1
- More detailed sketch - Annex 2
- More detailed sketch - Annex 3
- Outlined or inked
- Outlining and Inking - Appendix 1
- Outlining and Inking - Appendix 2
- Outlining and Inking - Appendix 3
- U4
Colour
- Exploring the color
- Painting elements
- Light and Shadows
- Color in the delineate
- Adding effects and other details
- Exporting the project
- FP
Final project
- Final project
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for those with basic digital illustration skills who want to deepen their techniques, visual storytelling, and Clip Studio Paint expertise.
You’ll need a computer, a graphics tablet, and Clip Studio Paint installed. Basic experience with digital drawing and graphic tools is recommended.
You’ll learn how to create and tell visual stories, design characters and environments, apply composition, color, lighting, and master Clip Studio Paint for fantasy and sci-fi projects.
Yes, the course includes strategies to build and organize a professional digital portfolio that highlights your illustration and concept art skills.
Yes, you’ll learn how to customize your workspace, use brushes, organize layers, and apply advanced Clip Studio Paint tools for digital illustration.
Yes, the course covers techniques for detailed illustrations and panels, visual storytelling, and composition for children’s books and digital comics.
Yes, you’ll understand the importance of contests, how to prepare your work, and strategies to stand out in digital art competitions.